Here's To The New You: FHM's 2015 #BalikAlindog Playlist (Part One)

We've just entered a New Year, andthere's no better time to turn things around than now. If you're on the heavier side, now is the time to slim down and bulk up. And if you're a bit on the skinny side, well, you know what to do. In fact, you've always had!

All we're trying to say is that it's never too late to change your body for the better. And our goal is to prove that to you for the whole month of January. Don't lose hope, bros. We're here to help you out!

Good news, FHM Nation! Global expert on music for exercise and sport, Dr. Costas Karageorghis, has created scientific workout playlists based on the top 2015 fitness trends. You know what this means? Our official #balikalindog playlist is here, and you can hear it on Spotify!

“A range of musical factors can affect our physical responses, making certain songs more suited as an accompaniment for exercise," explains Dr. Karageorghis, who chose the songs based on beats per minute, rhythmic construction, melody, and lyrical content. "These songs are optimally matched to help you push your performance to the next level."

Scroll down to see part one of our 2015 Workout Playlist!

I. CARDIO DANCE

“The rhythm of the songs is an important part of this playlist: an easily extractable rhythmic pulse facilitates the central goal of expressing the music through movement," Dr. Karageorghis points out. "With an average tempo of 111 bpm, as well as uplifting lyrics, the tracks on this playlist score highly for danceability and are loaded with musical features that promote rhythmic movement.”

"Fancy" by Iggy Azalea ft. Charli XCXBeats per minute: 95Fitspirational lyrics: "I could hold you down, like I'm givin' lessons in physics / You should want a bad bitch like this / Drop it low and pick it up just like this"

"Problem" by Ariana Grande ft. Iggy AzaleaBeats per minute: 103Fitspirational lyrics: "Head in the clouds, got no weight on my shoulders / I should be wiser and realize that I've got one less problem without 'ya"

"Crazy Stupid Love" by Cheryl Cole ft. Tinie TempahBeats per minute: 120Fitspirational lyrics: "Even though we ain't official / You official, you official / When you see me in a suit, say I'm so smooth criminal / Playing hard to get, girl you're being too difficult / Let me in your mind, before I get to the physical"

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"Right Here" by Jess GlyneBeats per minute: 120Fitspirational lyrics: "Finally, I’m content / Oh yes, I’ve found that thing / Right here is where I’ll stay, but I’m not complacent / Finally I’m content / Oh yes, I’ve found that thing / Right here is where I’d stay, but I’m not complaining"

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"I Loved You" by Blonde ft. Melissa SteelBeats per minute: 123Fitspirational lyrics: "Baby all I needed is more time and more money / More, everyday was sunny / More, if I think about it more"

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"Fireball" by Pitbull ft. John RyanBeats per minute: 124Fitspirational lyrics: "I saw, I came, I conquered / Or should I say, I saw, I conquered, I came / This little chico on fire and he no liar / While y'all slippin' he's runnin' the game"

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"Real Love" by Clear Bandit ft. Jess GlyneBeats per minute: 125Fitspirational lyrics: "Time won't waste, and we just learn / To take it slow and wait our turn / Held my breath, cause I believed / That you'll find me"

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"I'm Not The Only One" by Sam SmithBeats per minute: 82Fitspirational lyrics: "For months on end I've had my doubts / Denying every tear / I wish this would be over now / But I know that I still need you here"

“Accordingly, the music is not used in a synchronous mode to direct the movement patterns; rather it plays in the background to enhance the training environment," says Dr Karageorghis. "The music should not be particularly loud given the internal sense of rhythm and stream of the trainer’s verbal instructions required to master the high-intensity movements involved. This is another mid-tempo playlist that creates an ideal sonic backdrop.”

"Don't" by Ed SheeranBeats per minute: 96Fitspirational lyrics: "Knock, knock, knockon my hotel door / I don't even know if she knows what for / She was crying on my shoulder / I already told 'ya / Trust and respect is what we do this for"